Port Moresby to Celebrate Malaysia Day with a Vibrant Cultural Showcase
The people of Port Moresby are invited to experience the rich cultural tapestry of Malaysia at the Malaysia Day Celebration on Saturday, 14th June 2025 at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium. Running from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the event is free and open to all.
Hosted by Hon. Powes Parkop, Governor of NCD, under the banner of “Amazing Port Moresby – Asian Story & Pacific Story,” Malaysia Day is a part of PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary calendar, and proudly celebrates Malaysia’s contributions and cultural connections with Papua New Guinea.
Themed “Celebrate the Food, Film and Traditions of Malaysia,” the day will showcase an exciting blend of activities for all ages—from mouthwatering Malaysian street food to award-nominated animated features, from traditional dances and musical performances to a live reenactment of a traditional Malaysian wedding ceremony.
“Malaysia is more than a destination—it’s a journey through culture, flavors, and traditions. It truly lives up to its global tagline, ‘Malaysia, Truly Asia’. Through this event, we’re giving Port Moresby a taste of Malaysia’s unique blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous cultures,” said Ms Fazilah, director Amazing Port Moresby.
Event Highlights:
12:00 PM – Food Fun Fair kicks off with authentic Malaysian dishes
1:00 PM – Screening of Mechamato, a popular Malaysian animated series nominated at the 2023 Tokyo Anime Awards Festival
3:00 PM – Welcoming ceremony with Hon. Powes Parkop and His Excellency Hamizan Hashim, High Commissioner of Malaysia
3:30 PM – Official speeches by dignitaries and community leaders
4:00 PM – Traditional Malaysian dance performances
4:30 PM – Live Malaysian musical performances
5:00 PM – Cultural wedding reenactment
5:30 PM Onwards – Food Fair resumes until event close at 8:00 PM
The celebration is a collaborative effort supported by the Malaysian community in PNG and MAPNG (Malaysian Association of PNG). It aims to foster people-to-people connections, deepen bilateral ties, and offer a day of family-friendly enjoyment.
For more information, please contact:
Melissa at (+675) 7424 1055 or melissasrabar88@gmail.com
Come join us and experience why Malaysia is “Truly Asia” – where diversity is celebrated, and hospitality is a way of life.